The decline of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kogi State continues unabated as numerous members have switched allegiance to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). In Ogori Magongo Local Government Area of the central senatorial district, a wave of defections has left the PDP reeling. Ahead of the 2024 state congress, the PDP has…
Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, has refuted claims that his government intends to borrow N245 billion to fund the 2024 budget. Speaking at the 33rd anniversary of the state’s creation, Soludo stated that such reports were false. He emphasized that the government cannot borrow while facing a deficit of N121 billion for the 2024…
In 2023, Nigeria faced a severe financial crisis. According to BudgIT, a civic-tech organization, the federal government’s expenditures far exceeded its revenue. Revenue: * Total revenue: N5.99 trillion * FAAC: N3.80 trillion * Independent sources: N1.98 trillion * Federation account share: N2.39 trillion * Exchange rate differences: N715.75 billion * VAT: N441.87 billion Expenditures: *…
On August 8, 2024, a Vanguard News report revealed that Zainab Ado Bayero, the daughter of the late Emir of Kano, Alhaji Ado Bayero, has reached out to prominent Nigerian leaders for assistance. Challenges Faced by Zainab’s Family Zainab, her mother, and younger brother have faced significant hardships since the emir’s passing in 2014. They…
Dr. Mukail Akinde, Rector of Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro, Ogun State, announced the institution’s plans to establish a mini assembly plant for the production of its newly invented electric automated tricycle. Akinde appealed to the Federal Government and corporate organizations, particularly in the manufacturing sector, to support the polytechnic’s efforts to commercialize the invention. He emphasized…
During his visit to Ekiti State, United Nations tourism official Leijzer shared his admiration for Nigerian cuisine and the state’s exceptional tourism potential. Culinary Delights Leijzer expressed his particular fondness for fufu and pounded yam accompanied by flavorful soups. He also noted the abundance of seafood available throughout the country and the lightness and appeal…
The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) reported plan to field former President Goodluck Jonathan as its presidential candidate in 2027. APC National Director of Publicity Bala Ibrahim told Punch that the opposition’s move is a sign of desperation. He warned that if Jonathan accepts the PDP’s offer, he…
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has strongly denounced remarks by Bode George, a former deputy national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), who asserted that Nigeria would have faced imminent collapse had Atiku won the presidency in 2023. In a social media statement, Atiku’s media aide, Paul Ibe, dismissed George’s comments as “ill-advised” and…
On Saturday evening, Ahmed Abubakar, Director General of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA), submitted his resignation letter to President Bola Tinubu at the Aso Rock Villa in Abuja. Abubakar stated that his resignation was motivated by personal and family reasons. He expressed gratitude to President Tinubu for the opportunity to serve for 15 months of…
During their meeting in Jalingo, the Governors of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have reiterated their support for Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State despite the ongoing dispute with his predecessor, Nyesom Wike. The governors have urged the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) to review the proceedings of the recent party congress in which Fubara…
Zhongshang Fucheng Industrial Investment Ltd., a Chinese company, has taken possession of a $57 million Bombardier 6000 jet owned by the Nigerian government. The aircraft was seized in Canada, following a Canadian court ruling in favor of Zhongshang. The change of ownership was recently finalized after the Canadian court granted Zhongshang’s request to seize the…
Olumide Ohunayo, the Assistant Secretary General of the Aviation Safety Roundtable Initiative, has urged the Department of State Services (DSS) to question former Ogun State Governor Ibikunle Amosun regarding the controversial agreement with Chinese firm Zhongshang Fucheng Industrial Investment Ltd. Ohunayo criticized the poorly drafted agreement, alleging that it reflects a “vote of no confidence”…
Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of Staff to President Tinubu, has outlined the approach for the 2025 budget for State House agencies. Emphasizing the scarcity of resources, Gbajabiamila stressed the need for prioritizing funding based on actual requirements. During a fact-finding tour of government agencies under the State House, Gbajabiamila explained that the budget will be informed…
Former Vice President Professor Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, and other prominent Nigerian politicians are attending the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago as special guests of the Washington DC-based National Democratic Institute (NDI). Osinbajo, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, and former Senate President Ken Nnamani received invitations from the NDI. The Speaker…
On Wednesday, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar hosted a delegation from the Kashim Imam family at his Asokoro residence in Abuja. The delegation was there to formally request the hand of his daughter, Hafsat Atiku Abubakar, in marriage. Led by former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, the delegation included high-profile guests such as National Security…
The Oyo State Government has begun distributing compensation to property owners affected by the development of the Ajia Inukan LCDA, Ona Ara Local Government area. Commissioner for Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Mr. Williams Akin-Funmilayo, announced the commencement of payments at a meeting with claimants. He noted that the government had recently acquired land for…
The Abuja Division of the Court of Appeal has dismissed an appeal filed by the Edo State House of Assembly, reaffirming that Comrade Philip Shaibu remains the legitimate Deputy Governor of Edo State. The Appeal Court upheld the ruling by the Federal High Court in Abuja, which had nullified Shaibu’s impeachment and ordered his reinstatement….
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has confirmed receiving payments from the Federal Government to cover the difference between the landing cost of petrol and its subsidized retail price. However, NNPC Ltd. emphasizes that it has not disbursed any fuel subsidies to marketers in the past nine months. According to NNPC Ltd.’s Chief…
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticized President Bola Tinubu’s administration for allegedly continuing fuel subsidies despite public promises to end them. This revelation has sparked a debate about transparency and trust in Nigeria’s governance. Atiku’s criticism centers on the perceived discrepancy between Tinubu’s public statements and actual policy implementation. He claims that evidence suggests…
Sources indicate that President Bola Tinubu may not extend the tenure of Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun. Egbetokun, appointed on June 19, 2022, is due to retire on September 4, 2023, upon reaching 60 years of age. President Tinubu is reportedly considering four senior police officers for the position: * Frank Mba, Deputy Inspector-General of…
Comrade Adegoke Alawuje, the National Coordinator of the Disciples of Jagaban, a staunch supporters’ group for President Bola Tinubu, has urged Nigerians to exercise patience during the current socio-economic challenges. In a statement released to the press, Alawuje expressed confidence that the situation will improve and that Nigerians will ultimately request President Tinubu to extend…
The Federal Government will begin distributing funds to over 700 verified manufacturers and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in September under the Presidential Grant and Loan Scheme. Ministerial Announcement Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment, Dr. Doris Anite, made the announcement during a cheque presentation in Calabar, Cross River State. She also noted that…
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has addressed rumors of his Igbo heritage for the first time, describing them as amusing. In a meeting with Ndigbo Amaka Progressive Market Association in Abeokuta, Obasanjo emphasized that he believes every Nigerian has the right to reside in any part of the country. “We all have a stake in this…
The Ogun State government has issued a 100-day ultimatum to traders at Kara Market in Isheri, giving them until December 31 to relocate to the Ogere International Market. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Environment, Sam Oyeleye, stated that the move aims to restore order and sanitation in the area due to the environmental…
In response to the escalating food costs and severe hunger crisis in Nigeria, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has initiated measures to facilitate duty-free importation of essential food items. NCS Comptroller-General Adewale Adeniyi announced the suspension of import duties and taxes on rice, flour, wheat, and other vital food items. This decision aligns with the…
Recent market surveys by NAN indicate a decline in prices of certain food items, such as yams, pepper, and potatoes, in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and surrounding areas. Farmers attribute this reduction to ample rainfall, which has resulted in bountiful harvests. Chidike Ukoh, National Secretary of the National Fish Association of Nigeria (NFAN), acknowledges…
The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN), the apex decision-making body for the Catholic Church in Nigeria, will hold its second plenary session. The gathering, scheduled to commence on Thursday at the Auchi Catholic Diocese in Edo State, will bring together approximately 180 Reverend Fathers. Rev. Fr. Peter Egielewa, Chairman of the Local Organizing Committee,…
According to investigations by Daily Trust, the National Assembly has not approved the purchase of a new presidential jet for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Earlier reports had emerged that the Nigerian government had acquired an Airbus A330 aircraft from a German bank. However, the Presidency has remained silent on the matter. During a plenary session,…
On Tuesday, Paul Ibe, the spokesperson for former presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar, called on President Bola Tinubu to clarify the details of his upcoming trip to France. Ibe questioned the duration and nature of Tinubu’s visit, citing the late President Musa Yar’Adua’s example as a reminder of the importance of transparency in such matters. “Could…
President Bola Tinubu boarded an Airbus A330 business jet at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport at 04:08 pm, bound for France. This marks his fourth trip to the European country since taking office. The purpose and duration of the visit remain undisclosed, but the Presidency has stated that Tinubu will return to Nigeria following a brief…
Amidst ongoing controversies, the Nigerian government, led by President Bola Tinubu, has announced the commencement of crude oil sales to the Dangote Refinery in naira, effective October 1. According to a statement posted on the Federal Ministry of Finance’s official X handle, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, chaired…
Hon. Obi Aguocha, a Labour Party (LP) Lawmaker representing Umuahia/Ikwuano Federal Constituency, has strongly condemned Deputy Speaker Ben Kalu’s claim that the All Progressives Congress (APC) will seize control of Abia State in 2027. Aguocha accused Kalu of “desperate and brazen display of political ambition” and challenged him to openly declare his governorship aspirations instead…
On Tuesday, August 13, 2024, the Minister of Solid Minerals, Dele Alake, spoke to the media following the first National Council of State meeting under President Bola Tinubu’s administration, according to Pulse Nigeria. The meeting, which lasted over three hours, was a significant assembly of national leaders, including former Heads of State Yakubu Gowon and…
Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has clarified his reasons for criticizing President Bola Tinubu’s response to the #EndBadGovernance protests, which were sparked by widespread hardship and hunger. In a meeting with the Bauchi State Executive Council (SEC), Governor Mohammed emphasized that his critique was driven by a genuine desire for the President’s success and…
The House of Representatives’ Committee on Basic Examination Bodies interrogated the National Head of the West African Examination Council (WAEC) Nigeria, Josiah Dangut, on Tuesday. The questioning focused on a N6 billion deficit incurred by the agency in 2023 and a N5 billion loan obtained in 2022 for customized calculators. Dangut, accompanied by senior WAEC…
The Movement for National Reformation (MNR) has urged President Bola Tinubu to reinstate the 1963 constitution and abolish the current 1999 constitution. This appeal, made at a press conference in Abuja, is based on the belief that the 1963 constitution reflects national unity and provides a legitimate framework for governance. According to Dr. Samuel Adai…
The Nigerian government distributed approximately N12.45 trillion among the federal government, 36 states, and 774 local governments in the first six months of 2024. This represented a significant increase of 139.4% compared to the N5.2 trillion shared during the same period in 2023. Monthly Revenue Distribution * January: N1.67 trillion * February: N2.07 trillion *…
The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has reported that Nigeria’s inflation rate has fallen for the first time in 19 months. In July 2024, inflation dropped to 33.40% from 34.19% in June. Year-on-Year Inflation Compared to July 2023, the headline inflation rate in July 2024 increased by 9.32% points to 24.08%. This indicates a rise…
Teachers employed by the Local Education Authority (LEA) in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are pleading with the FCT Minister, Mallam Muhammad Bello, to intervene and compel the area council chairmen to implement the approved Peculiar Allowances. Speaking at a press briefing, Comrade Ephraim Ogar, a representative of the teachers, expressed concern that the area…
Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has responded to criticism from former House of Representatives Speaker Yakubu Dogara, who accused him of committing a crime by criticizing President Bola Tinubu’s policies. Mohammed, through his media adviser Mukhtar Gidado, described Dogara’s statement as a “slur on the judiciary” and a “mindless vituperation.” He accused Dogara of…
Jimi Lawal, a former Special Adviser to ex-Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai, is currently in custody of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). The arrest stems from allegations of fraudulent activities in the implementation of the N11 billion Light Rail Project. According to SaharaReporters, Lawal is undergoing interrogation at the commission’s headquarters…
Dele Oyewale, Head of Media and Publicity for the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has reiterated that former Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello remains on the commission’s wanted list. In an interview on Nigeria Info 99.3FM, Oyewale stated, “As long as Yahaya Bello is concerned, he remains wanted. Until we’re able to bring him to…
The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has reportedly voiced substantial disappointment with the choice of an individual from Abia State to Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s cabinet, as reported by the Guardian Nigeria. An individual from Abia State was appointed to the cabinet. The Chairman of the ACF, Musa Saidu, has stated that the decision has exacerbated the…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has stated that the 50 billion naira it provided to the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) is not a donation but rather part of recovered proceeds of crime remitted to the Federal Government. In a statement, the EFCC explained that it is issuing this clarification in response to…
Senator Sumaila Kawu of Kano South has alleged that former President Olusegun Obasanjo is responsible for introducing corruption into the National Assembly. Kawu made these accusations in response to Obasanjo’s recent remarks blaming members of the National Assembly for setting their own salaries and allowances. “When it comes to corruption, it was Obasanjo who brought…
Despite the Supreme Court’s ruling over two months ago affirming the financial autonomy of local governments, the federal government continues to channel council allocations through state governments. In response, the Incorporated Trustees of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) have issued a legal threat, warning to sue the Forum of Commissioners for Finance…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) Chairman of Rivers State, Emeka Beke, has alleged that the 27 Rivers lawmakers must attend the APC stakeholder meeting. He asserted that if these lawmakers fail to attend the stakeholder meeting, disciplinary actions would be taken against them. He made it clear that, regardless of who officially receives them, these…
In Malabo on Wednesday evening, President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria and President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo of Equatorial Guinea signed an agreement on the Gulf of Guinea Pipeline Project. Agreement Details As outlined by presidential spokesman Ajuri Ngelale, the agreement covers: * Legislative and regulatory frameworks for the gas pipeline * Establishment and operation of…
The Bauchi Emirate Council has revoked the traditional title of “Mandarin Bauchi” from Senator Shehu Buba Umar, representing Bauchi South in the National Assembly. The decision was made after an investigation into allegations that Senator Umar, a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), had insulted and criticized Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State. In…
Kemi Olunloyo, a renowned Nigerian journalist and blogger, has vehemently criticized President Bola Tinubu’s administration, labeling it a “colossal failure.” In a statement released on Wednesday, Olunloyo asserted that Tinubu has “utterly wrecked Nigeria.” As a “disgruntled citizen,” Olunloyo implored the President to resign before the end of his term. “Every aspect of Tinubu’s government…
